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£545+ Cheap flights to Bujumbura

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BJM
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Bujumbura in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Bujumbura
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bujumbura. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 1 August 2026.

Tue 10/1118:40
LGW
-
BJM
2 stops23h 15m
SWISS
Wed 13/121:00
BJM
-
LGW
3 stops22h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 1/8£545
Thu 8/1021:10
LHR
-
BJM
1 stop17h 05m
RwandAir
Tue 20/1016:05
BJM
-
LHR
1 stop17h 55m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/7£592
Tue 18/818:40
LHR
-
BJM
2 stops23h 15m
SWISS
Wed 2/920:05
BJM
-
LHR
3 stops24h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 28/7£632
Tue 10/1111:05
LHR
-
BJM
1 stop30h 50m
Brussels Airlines
Wed 13/121:00
BJM
-
LHR
2 stops22h 05m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 1/8£635
Tue 8/1211:05
LHR
-
BJM
1 stop30h 50m
Brussels Airlines
Sun 27/1221:00
BJM
-
LHR
2 stops22h 05m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 29/7£641
Tue 18/811:05
LHR
-
BJM
1 stop30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/920:05
BJM
-
LHR
3 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7£661
Thu 10/921:10
LHR
-
BJM
1 stop17h 05m
RwandAir
Thu 17/916:05
BJM
-
LHR
1 stop18h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 27/7£664
Tue 10/1111:05
LHR
-
BJM
1 stop30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/113:50
BJM
-
LHR
1 stop27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8£686
Mon 28/1210:00
LGW
-
BJM
1 stop13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 8/316:15
BJM
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/7£698
Thu 10/911:00
LGW
-
BJM
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/909:10
BJM
-
LGW
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£704
Mon 28/1220:30
LHR
-
BJM
1 stop17h 05m
RwandAir
Mon 8/315:45
BJM
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/7£722
Thu 24/1218:00
LHR
-
BJM
2 stops41h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/121:00
BJM
-
LHR
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7£746

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£588
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 10/11-13/1
  • 5 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • London to Bujumbura
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LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Tue 18/8

18:40-18:55

2 stops23h 15m

Bujumbura

Wed 2/9

20:05-19:20

3 stops24h 15m

£632

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Tue 10/11

11:05-19:55

1 stop30h 50m

Bujumbura

Wed 13/1

21:00-17:05

2 stops22h 05m

£635

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Tue 18/8

11:05-18:55

1 stop30h 50m

Bujumbura

Wed 2/9

20:05-19:20

3 stops24h 15m

£661

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

21:10-15:15

1 stop17h 05m

Bujumbura

Thu 17/9

16:05-09:45

1 stop18h 40m

£664

LondonBujumbura

LGW - BJM

LGWBJM

London Gatwick

Thu 10/9

11:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Bujumbura

Thu 17/9

09:10-09:25

2 stops25h 15m

£704
Fastest return journey

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Wed 23/9

21:20-15:35

1 stop17h 15m

Bujumbura

Sun 27/9

15:45-09:00

1 stop18h 15m

£791

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Wed 23/9

18:25-08:10

1 stop12h 45m

Bujumbura

Sun 27/9

09:10-10:30

2 stops26h 20m

£832

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Tue 15/12

11:05-19:55

1 stop30h 50m

Bujumbura

Wed 30/12

21:00-17:05

2 stops22h 05m

£844

LondonBujumbura

LGW - BJM

LGWBJM

London Gatwick

Tue 10/11

18:40-19:55

2 stops23h 15m

Bujumbura

Wed 13/1

16:15-05:40

1 stop15h 25m

£852

LondonBujumbura

LGW - BJM

LGWBJM

London Gatwick

Thu 8/10

09:00-15:15

2 stops29h 15m

Bujumbura

Tue 20/10

16:05-06:40

2 stops39h 35m

£870

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Bujumbura

How long is the flight to Bujumbura?

On average, a flight from London to Bujumbura takes 13 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Bujumbura from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Bujumbura?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Bujumbura are RwandAir, Brussels Airlines and Ethiopian Air.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From £460
RwandAir
RwandAir
From £465
Brussels Airlines
Brussels Airlines
From £287
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From £534

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bujumbura?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Bujumbura are Brussels Airlines, Ethiopian Air and RwandAir.

Rainfall in Bujumbura by month

Plan your trip to Bujumbura by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bujumbura ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Bujumbura when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Bujumbura by month

Plan your trip to Bujumbura by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bujumbura, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of March, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Bujumbura?

The price you pay for your flight to Bujumbura may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bujumbura

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bujumbura. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bujumbura. Reviews last updated 1 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Burundi, such as RwandAir,SWISS, andBrussels Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,019 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Brussels Airlines
7.3
Good
431 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,012 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
316 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

FAQs about flying to Bujumbura

Getting around Bujumbura

Licenced taxis are available all around the city, but make sure you negotiate a price before getting into the vehicle. Local people use mini bus taxis, but using these does require some knowledge of Bujumbura.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) serves the city. It is 6.2 miles (10km) from the city centre. Many hotels offer free shuttles from the airport. Taxis operate from outside the terminal building and you should agree a fare before the journey. By road, the journey can take up to half an hour, depending on traffic. Car rental needs to be arranged in advance. Many visitors choose a rugged SUV or 4X4, as the roads outside of Bujumbura can be challenging. Car rental can include your own driver.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bujumbura?

    Bujumbura (BJM), located 5.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Bujumbura.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Bujumbura if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Bujumbura on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Bujumbura?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Brussels Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bujumbura.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Bujumbura depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Bujumbura, London offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 10 minutes).

  • Are there hotels close to Bujumbura?

    Yes. Bujumbura has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Comfort Inn-Executive Apartments is the closest property to Bujumbura (1.0 mi away from Bujumbura).

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